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NMFC 176560 - Rosin Sizing in Drums or Bags | Class 65

Article ID
176560
Rosin sizing shipped in drums or dry bags
Freight Group
UNGROUPED ARTICLES
Ungrouped, handled as stand-alone commodity
Class Range
65 1 classification
Fixed Class 65 for economical LTL
Hazardous
No
Non-hazardous commodity, no hazmat paperwork required

Classification Details

NMFC Description Class
176560.00 Sizing, rosin, in drums, or dry, in bags 65

How to Determine Your Class

To find the correct freight class for your shipment:

  1. List the commodity as “Sizing, rosin” on the BOL and include NMFC 176560, Class 65. Specify packaging type (drums or dry bags) and pallet count to prevent reclass.
  2. For drums: palletize upright on sturdy 48x40 pallets, use drum rings/bands and edge protectors, and mark “Do Not Top Stack.” Drum clamps speed loading and reduce damage.
  3. For dry bags: keep product dry with a slip sheet and top cap, cross-stack bags for stability, and stretch-wrap to the pallet. Avoid damp floors and humid trailers.
  4. Protect from heat and contamination. Request clean, dry vans and avoid co-loading with strong odors or oils that can taint resin-based materials.

Note: All classifications are subject to Item 170. Verify with official NMFC publications for the most current requirements.

Business Value

  • Fixed Class 65 yields predictable LTL pricing, simplifying quoting and bid comparisons for paper mills, adhesives, and chemical distributors.
  • Non-hazardous status expands carrier options and typically reduces hazmat-related surcharges and paperwork time.
  • Solid palletizing for drums or bags cuts handling touches, lowering OS&D risk and downstream claims costs.
  • Clear packaging details on the BOL minimize inspections and reclass fees, helping keep transit times and freight budgets on track.